Zico praises Jennie's album during exclusive listening event

BLACKPINK star Jennie is making headlines after the release of her first solo album, Ruby, on March 7. The album features personal lyrics and striking visuals, earning praise from fans and critics. Recently, Jennie shared a behind-the-scenes video on Instagram. In the video, she highlights the hard work and dedication that went into creating Ruby. She talks about the inspiration behind the album's name, mentioning how she wanted to call it "Ruby" when the song Zen came along. One of the standout tracks from the album is Like Jennie. This song focuses on themes of self-worth and individuality. In the behind-the-scenes clip, co-writers Tayla Parx and producer Diplo praise the song. However, the most talked-about moment came from rapper Zico, who reacted excitedly during a listening party for Like Jennie. His enthusiastic scream in the video quickly caught the internet's attention. On another note, Jennie will receive the Global Force Award at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards. This honor recognizes her significant impact as a solo artist. With this award, Jennie will be the first Korean soloist to be celebrated at the ceremony. The event will take place on March 29, 2025, at the YouTube Theatre in Los Angeles.